A residential water well can be a handy alternative for providing clean water to your home when you don’t have access to a public water system. However, these wells require frequent maintenance to continue delivering a quality water supply; in particular, they require regular well cleaning. Here is what you should know about cleaning your well.

Why Well Cleaning Is So Important

Though soil naturally filters the groundwater that arrives in a residential well system, the presence of oxygen can still fuel bacterial growth. This can result in biological and chemical reactions that oxidize minerals and result in debris accumulation at the bottom of the well. Over time, this can lend an unusual taste and odor to the water. Depending on the type of bacteria present, the water could pose a health risk. Encrustation can also inhibit water flow, overworking the pump and increasing the risk of other maintenance problems.

Well cleaning can eliminate these issues, ensuring that you and your family have quick and convenient access to clean water. Since well cleaning is a challenging and labor-intensive process, you should hire a professional to do it for you.

Well Cleaning Techniques

Thankfully, there are several chemical and mechanical tactics that can be used to clean and disinfect a well. Most cleanings combine multiple techniques to ensure that contaminants are fully removed from the system.

Debris will be broken away from the well system using either streams of high-pressure air or water, ultrasonic waves that agitate the well water, or even manual cleaning of the interior surfaces with wire brushes and other tools. The technique used is generally determined based on the age and condition of the well. Chemical disinfection of the well will typically follow the removal of all debris to restore sanitary conditions.

Whether you need well cleaning or a new well pump installation, you can count on Sullivan Water Wells to get the job done. Serving Chugiak, AK, for over 50 years, the team at this third-generation family owned and operated company prides themselves on their technical expertise and ability to educate their customers. To learn more about their water well services, visit them online or call (907) 688-2759.